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Jeff Langmaid 10/9/14 Jeff Langmaid 10/9/14

3 Reasons Chiropractic is the Best Choice for Back Pain- by The Evidence Based Chiropractor

Efficacy- Numerous research studies have shown chiropractic care to be a very effective treatment option for back pain. Over 90% of people will experience back pain at some point in their life. Thankfully, a vast majority of people will not need surgery. However, many will be sent to physical therapy or prescribed medications. Researchers have found that chiropractic care can provide "significantly" superior outcomes when compared to common medications such as NSAID's. Also, chiropractic adjustments have been shown to be clinically superior to active exercise/physical therapy.

Safety- Chiropractic care is extremely safe. To date, there are no studies which show causation of any serious adverse effect after a chiropractic adjustment to the low back. Studies that have looked at the safety of adjusting the neck have shown it to be more safe than taking over the counter medications.

Cost- While the cost of seeing a chiropractic care vary depending upon where you live; studies have found chiropractic care to be extremely cost-effective when compared to other treatments for spine related pain. Additionally, chiropractic care is included on most health insurance plans.

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Jeff Langmaid 10/8/14 Jeff Langmaid 10/8/14

Top 3 Chiropractic Research Articles of 2013- by The Evidence Based Chiropractor

Last year, three landmark chiropractic research articles were released. But, like a tree in the woods; if it falls and no ones hears it, did it actually fall? We used these articles as part of our Monthly MD Research Brief's and our members were able to get the information out to thousands of MD's. Yet, many chiropractors are still unaware of this great research. Here are the top 3 chiropractic research articles of 2013-

“There was a statistically and clinically significant benefit to those patients receiving chiropractic manipulative treatment...”

“73% of participants in the SMC plus CMT group rated their global improvement as pain completely gone, much better, or moderately better, compared with 17% in the SMC group.”

“This is the first time that spinal manipulation was investigated in a double-blinded randomized controlled design showing clear superiority compared with placebo and NSAID.”

“HVLA manipulation can be recommended for the therapy of acute nonspecific LBP.”

“Final evaluation showed manipulation being significantly better than NSAID and clinical superior to placebo.”

“A systematic review of the literature done the next year concluded that spinal manipulation is a very safe and cost-effective option to treat lumbar disc herniation.”

“Both of the treatment groups had significant decreases in their NRS scores at 1 month with a 60% reduction for the Spinal Manipulative Therapy cohort and a 53% reduction for the Nerve Root Injection group.”

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Jeff Langmaid 9/27/14 Jeff Langmaid 9/27/14

When Should I See a Chiropractor? by The Evidence Based Chiropractor

Eight out of ten people will experience back pain at some point in their life, and at least one third of the people in our community have back pain at any given time. For many people, the pain can keep them away from work, school, or even their day-to-day activities. If pain causes interruptions and restrictions in the activities of your daily life then you should consult a health care provider.

Chiropractors are highly educated and extensively trained to evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions disorders of the spine, joints, muscle and nervous systems. These disorders may include back pain, neck pain, headaches, referred pain in your arms and legs, etc. Many patients seek chiropractic treatment for wellness care. Others, like seniors, find that treatment helps them to maintain mobility and good range of motion.

Pain should never become a way of life, especially when qualified help is available.

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Jeff Langmaid 9/26/14 Jeff Langmaid 9/26/14

Bed Rest for Back Pain? by The Evidence Based Chiropractor

Long gone are the days of bed rest for back pain. As a matter of fact, bed rest is one of the worst things you can do when suffering from back pain. Even patients who have back surgery are encouraged to start moving as soon as possible. Nutrition and blood flow to the discs of the spine (and the very small nerves around the vertebrae) are facilitated by movement. The limited mobility of the spine during bed rest inhibits this important process. When our discs do not have adequate motion, the nutrients needed for healing are not delivered, and our recovery can take longer. If we are not moving the spine, then the ability for the spine to rehabilitate and heal is hindered. This is also why chiropractic care can be so essential to facilitating the healing of spine conditions. Chiropractors are trained to assist you in restoring proper motion to the spine. This has the potential to speed up the healing process, getting you active, and feeling good as quickly as possible!

Jeff Langmaid 9/25/14 Jeff Langmaid 9/25/14

Leg Pain from My Back? - by The Evidence Based Chiropractor

Can my leg and/or buttock pain actually be coming from a back problem? The answer is yes.

Here is how-

The bones (vertebrae) of your spine serve as the protection for your spinal cord. Between each vertebra is a disc which acts like a ball bearing; allowing motion and providing cushioning. Towards the back of the vertebrae is an arch which provides space for a nerve to branch off from the spinal cord and exit the spine. The nerves that exit the spine in the low back (lumbar spine) travel down the buttocks, thighs, legs, and all the way into the foot and toes. In some instances, injured tissue in the low back can affect these nerves and cause pain that seems to be coming from where the nerve ends (foot, calf, thigh, etc). While many people are familiar with sciatic pain or herniated discs; often pain in the knee, groin, foot, calf, and thigh can be traced back to the spine. This is why a detailed history and thorough examination are essential in determining the exact cause of your pain. By pinpointing the exact cause, your chiropractor is able to make a determination regarding the best treatment to reduce your pain and increase your function!